Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to "press ahead" with the welfare changes. Those who signed the amendment opposing the government's welfare reforms include MPs from the 2024 intake, as well as those who were elected MPs before Labour's landslide election victory.

Labour MPs breaking with No 10 over cuts to benefits are weighing the likelihood of a confidence vote in Keir Starmer if a vote on Tuesday goes ahead. More than 120 rebels have signed on to a ‘reasoned amendment’ calling for the government’s flagship welfare bill to be scrapped – more than enough to overturn Labour’s huge majority.